Description
High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a creamy, nutrient-packed soup that delivers over 25 grams of protein per serving. Made with cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cheddar, and broccoli, it’s a fast, healthy, and satisfying meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 large head of broccoli, florets chopped, stem discarded
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon mustard powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook 1 more minute.
2. Simmer the Broccoli: Add chopped broccoli florets and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10-12 minutes until broccoli is tender.
3. Blend the Base: Ladle half of the soup mixture into a blender. Add cottage cheese and Greek yogurt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Combine and Cheesify: Pour blended mixture back into pot with remaining chunky soup. Stir over low heat. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until melted.
5. Season to Perfection: Stir in mustard powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of broth or water if soup thickens.
Substitutions: Use ricotta instead of cottage cheese, vegetable broth for vegetarian, add cauliflower for variety. Garnish with crispy bacon, extra cheese, chives, or a dash of hot sauce.
Avoid: Using pre-shredded cheese, boiling after adding cheese, overcooking broccoli, skipping blending step for creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner, Healthy
- Method: Stovetop, One-Pot, Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg